It is usually to verify that you are actually still in Vietnam. There are too many people who enter, apply and return to Thailand before the visa is issued.

Huh?

@Darcy ***********

this is why many opt for in person submission using paper applications

@Darcy ***********

- oh that is a photo of the second application? I thought you were showing the first one, with it popping up as 1933. Your chances are 1%. Scroll back through the comments. I believe every response has been that the embassy has no control in refunds. Furthermore, you have no evidence that you even fixed it

Yeah, this is a major problem with their online system. Unfortunately, 99% likely no one will help you. You are going to have to start over with a new application and new fee. This is one reason why many have been rushing to apply at in person embassies before they all switch to e-visa. When you fixed the year, did you take a photo of the update/correction?

@John *********

@John *********

Never said it was a “Thai Language School”, just said that the only programs this Center offers is Thai language.

Nope, it is a digital nomad visa. You are allowed to continue the work that you would be doing wherever you would have if you had stayed out of Thailand.

You state that the requirements have changed. Did the NYC consulate tell you (or post) that a 2 week intensive course was eligible?

@Elías *******

- Usually it is, but everything else in the sentence implies they want something from the school. However, you are correct, it is not clearly written. I also think the bigger issue is that this is for Thai language courses.